Introduction:Begin with a personal story or observation about thirst or longing—how we constantly seek satisfaction in things that never fully satisfy (food, drink, relationships, success).
Introduce the story of the Samaritan woman at the well—a powerful encounter where Jesus offers her "living water," something that will quench her spiritual thirst forever.
I. The Samaritan Woman’s Thirst (John 4:7-15)Key Point: The woman’s thirst is not just physical but spiritual. She seeks fulfillment through relationships, yet remains unfulfilled.
Discuss her history of five husbands and her current situation—her search for love and acceptance.
Jesus knows her deep need, and He offers her something far beyond what she understands at first—a water that will quench her spiritual thirst.
II. Jesus Offers Living Water (John 4:10-14)Key Point: Jesus offers living water—a gift from God that leads to eternal life. This water is not just physical; it represents the satisfaction that only Jesus can provide.
Contrast temporary satisfaction (earthly water) with the eternal satisfaction that comes through a relationship with Christ.
Jesus’ invitation: “Whoever drinks of the water that I will give him will never be thirsty again.” What does this mean for our lives?
III. The Transformation of the Woman (John 4:16-19, 28-30)Key Point: As Jesus reveals her life to her, she begins to understand that He is the Messiah, the one who can give her living water.
Discuss how Jesus’ revelation of her life is both convicting and transformative. She moves from confusion to belief and then to testimony.
Reflect on the importance of encountering Jesus personally—how it changes our view of ourselves and our needs.
IV. The Call to Accept the Living Water (John 4:23-24)Key Point: True worship is not about location (like the temple or the mountain), but about worshiping God in spirit and truth. We can approach God directly through Christ, who gives living water.
Discuss the nature of true worship: living in relationship with Jesus, allowing His presence to satisfy our deepest desires.
Application:Are we seeking satisfaction in things that leave us empty, or are we drinking from the living water that only Jesus offers?
Like the woman at the well, we can experience a life-transforming encounter with Jesus. Will we share the message of living water with others?
Challenge the congregation to reflect on their own spiritual thirst. What are the "wells" they keep going back to? Are they finding true satisfaction in Christ alone?
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